Meet Tara — Founder of Empowering Mothers

Hi lovely, I’m Tara — a mum of four in a blended, busy, love-filled family. I became a mum at 24, and now have a 13-year-old, a 10-year-old, an 8-year-old step-daughter, and an almost-three-year-old son with my partner of nearly seven years. We live in Fletcher, where there’s always music playing (usually pop or country).

Before becoming a postpartum doula, I spent 15+ years in hospitality, starting in restaurants and cafés before moving into hotels. I worked my way up from reception to Reservations Manager, Revenue Manager, and eventually Assistant General Manager of a 5-star boutique hotel. That industry taught me how to care deeply for people, create calm and welcoming environments, anticipate needs, communicate clearly, and manage the behind-the-scenes systems that keep everything running smoothly — skills I now bring directly into the homes of the families I support.

When I stepped into postpartum care, something just made sense. Supporting mothers in the fourth trimester felt natural, purposeful, and deeply needed. Over the past two years, Empowering Mothers has grown from just me to something bigger than I ever expected. I’ve worked with countless families, built lasting connections, and seen firsthand how powerful it is when a mother is supported — truly supported — in those early weeks.

As enquiries grew, I realised that one doula alone can’t meet the needs of our community. So I decided to build a team — warm, grounded, heart-led doulas who share the same values and approach to postpartum care. Together, we're creating something meaningful: a village, rebuilt.

I believe every mother deserves to be nurtured, nourished, and held through one of the biggest transformations of her life. That’s the heart of Empowering Mothers — and it’s my honour to walk alongside families during this sacred season.

💗 Tara